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What is Crater Lake most famous feature?

Widely known for its rich blue color and extreme clarity, which averages 102 ft (31m) deep, Crater Lake is the deepest lake in the United States. It is one of the top ten deepest in the world.



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Widely known for its rich blue color and extreme clarity, which averages 102 ft (31m) deep, Crater Lake is the deepest lake in the United States. It is one of the top ten deepest in the world.

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5 Fun Facts About Crater Lake National Park
  • At 1,943 feet, It's the deepest lake in the United States. ...
  • Native Americans witnessed its formation. ...
  • It's one of the snowiest places in the country. ...
  • There are 22 trails to hike. ...
  • You can explore the park from a different perspective with a volcano boat tour.


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Visit the Lake Cleetwood Cove Trail is the only legal access to the shore of Crater Lake. Depending on snow conditions, the trail is usually open from mid-June to late October. Swimming, wading and fishing are permitted in the lake.

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Tribe members recognize Crater Lake as a site of power and danger and fear the dangerous beings that are believed to live inside the lake. According to legend, the lake was a sort of doorway or crossroads between the darkness of the Below-World, or Hell.

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Even though there are a multitude of hugely impressive ancient sights, there have only ever been seven ancient wonders of the world.

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